Centre Director – Busy Bees on Furlong Road

Location: Queanbeyan, NSW 2620
Centre Capacity: 75 places
Employment Type: Full-Time
Hourly Rate: $43.93 – $49.37 (6.1 to 6.9) Negotiable

Lead with Purpose at Busy Bees on Furlong Road

Are you a passionate and experienced early childhood leader ready to take the next step? Busy Bees on Furlong Road is seeking a confident and dedicated Centre Director to lead our 75-place service in Queanbeyan, NSW.

You’ll be supported by a trusted Area Director, an experienced team of educators, and a national network that prioritises quality, leadership development, and meaningful connections with families.

About the Role

As Centre Director, you will:

Oversee daily operations, compliance, staffing, and service quality

Lead, inspire, and support your team to deliver high-quality programs aligned with EYLF and NQS

Build strong relationships with families, staff, and the local community

Drive continuous improvement through critical reflection and collaboration

Ensure all practices align with ACECQA standards and Busy Bees policies

Foster a supportive, inclusive, and positive team culture

What You’ll Need

Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved)

Centre leadership experience in an Early Learning setting

Current WWCC (NSW) and valid First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis

Child Protection / Mandatory Reporting training

Excellent knowledge of the NQS, EYLF, and regulatory requirements

Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills

A passion for leading services that make a meaningful impact

Key Benefits

Salary: $43.99 – $49.43 per hour (negotiable)

Quarterly BEEs Bonus eligibility for Centre Directors

Relocation Support: Considering a move? We offer relocation support of up to $4,000 (refundable) for candidates relocating from Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane to help cover your moving costs.​

Retention Bonus or Visa Sponsorship: Your choice of:

Retention bonus of up to $6,000 (paid at 6 & 13 months), OR

Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates within Australia.

Laundry allowance and annual uniform allocation

Generous childcare discount (up to 50%) for permanent staff

National and global leadership development programs

Access to the Busy Bees Learning Platform

Supportive Area Director and operational structure

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Opportunity to grow within a national and international network

Apply Now

If you’re ready to lead a high-quality service and join a team that values care, quality, service, and growth — we’d love to hear from you.